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I am honored to have been selected as permanent executive director and to work alongside our dedicated board, staff and partners to carry this mission forward. Together, we are committed to reimagining the district and supporting those who work and visit here. Gateway85 CID is continuing key initiatives that are focused on improving mobility, enhancing safety and creating an environment where businesses and the community can thrive.

One of our biggest milestones this year has been the launch of our new website. Designed with business and property owners in mind, the site makes it easier than ever to find information about Gateway85 projects, programs and resources. I encourage you to explore it and stay connected to what’s happening across the district.

This newsletter highlights key projects, safety initiatives and upcoming events. I hope you’ll keep reading to learn more about the work we’re doing together to make Gateway85 a thriving place to live, work and do business.

Gateway85 Board Approves New Streetlights

During its August board meeting, the Gateway85 CID board unanimously approved the installation of 21 new streetlights along Crescent Drive from Lightera to Button Gwinnett Drive.

The project will improve visibility for pedestrians using the new sidewalks and enhance safety for both pedestrians and drivers in the area. Click below to see the planned pole installations.

Upgrades Ahead for Jimmy Carter Boulevard Ramps

Gateway85 CID is adding a 4-foot strip of red stamped concrete, designed to resemble brick, to the truck aprons along Jimmy Carter Boulevard.

The addition will give trucks a wider turning radius while improving the area’s appearance by preventing landscape rutting. The project is expected to begin at the end of this month. Click below to see the project plans.

Gateway85 CID was proud to host Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson, along with the executive directors and board chairs of all Gwinnett County community improvement districts (CIDs), for a luncheon at Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen in the district.

The gathering offered a meaningful opportunity to align shared priorities and explore ways to strengthen partnerships with Gwinnett County Government, working together to turn big ideas into action.

Gateway85 is grateful to everyone who participated and remains committed to building a more vibrant, connected and prosperous future for Gwinnett.

The Gwinnett Safe Communities program helps improve safety across the district by allowing property and business owners to connect their security camera feeds directly to the Gwinnett County Police Department using a FususCORE device. This connection enhances emergency response and overall preparedness.

Gateway85 CID will cover the installation costs and the first year’s subscription for one FususCORE Lite bundle, which supports up to four camera feeds. Funds are limited, so act now to make a difference in your community.

It’s now easier than ever to get involved — just fill out the form on the Gateway85 CID website, and a member of our team will be in touch to get you started.

We need your help! Gateway85 CID is seeking a qualified consultant to update its 2020 Freight Cluster Study with a focus on sustainability and clean energy. The updated plan will identify strategies to reduce freight’s human and environmental impacts, such as transitioning to zero-emission vehicles, expanding workplace charging for electric vehicles and promoting more sustainable commute options in freight-intensive industries.

Answers to submitted questions are now available on the Gateway85 website. Proposals are due by 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, 2025.

View the full RFP and details on the CID website. For more information, contact Colleen Kiernan at colleen@gateway85.com.

Gateway85 CID is home to a thriving business community of more than 3,000 companies that collectively generate a $16.6 billion annual economic impact. Among them is Illing Packaging, a leader in packaging solutions with a facility on Nancy Hanks Drive in Norcross. Their presence gives Gateway85 businesses direct access to top-tier packaging services, reducing shipping times and strengthening the district’s role as a hub for manufacturing and distribution.

For nearly 100 years, Illing has helped businesses of all sizes get their products to customers efficiently and effectively. Their comprehensive services allow local companies to streamline operations, reduce costs and improve product presentation.

Read more on the CID website.

The Norcross Public Arts Commission has been awarded a $10,000 Placemaking Grant from the Gwinnett Creativity Fund to launch the “Norcross Forever” utility box wrap project, a multi-phase initiative featuring postage stamp designs that celebrate the city’s rich history and diverse culture at key intersections. With Gateway85 CID proudly sponsoring several wraps, residents can soon enjoy these vibrant installations that will brighten Norcross streets, showcase community pride and bring a fresh wave of creativity to the city.

Read more here.

On May 8, the City of Peachtree Corners launched a discussion on the future of law enforcement with a Police Analysis & Staffing Study comparing the feasibility, costs and pros and cons of creating a city police department versus continuing service with Gwinnett County Police. Building on that meeting, you’re invited to a Community Meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Peachtree Corners City Hall, featuring a presentation from City Manager Brian Johnson and Chief Marshal Edward Restrepo, a review of community feedback, updated public safety information and an open Q&A.

Attend in person, watch the livestream on Peachtree Corners Network YouTube or visit the project page for details — your voice matters in shaping the future of law enforcement in our community.

Learn more here.

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

September 11, 8:15 a.m.
Betty Mauldin Park
Learn more here.

Jazz In the Alley: Jessy Díaz

September 13, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Thrasher Park
Learn more here.

Coffee Connections

September 18, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Atlanta Tech Park
Learn more here.

Movie Monday: In The Heights 6:30 p.m. Showing

September 22, 6:30 p.m.
Norcross Cultural Arts & Community Center
Learn more here.

FACC Blood Drive

September 30, 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Curiosity Lab Innovation Center
Learn more and register here.

Gateway85 CID is 14-square mile district along the I-85 corridor about one mile north of I-285. This area contributes over $16 billion of Georgia’s and Gwinnett County’s economy.